Public Figure
Jean-Pierre Giran
193 articles
TOULON: Maritime Service - The Métropole Reaffirms Its Authority and Points Out Shortcomings
Tensions rise between Métropole TPM and the company TLV over maritime links to the îles d’Or. The contract is extended to 2027 while 570,000 euros in unpaid fees are claimed.
Responding to positions taken by TLV, Métropole TPM clarifies the legal framework for the îles d’Or service and denounces a debt.
Gustave Courbet, from the song of nature to the voices of revolt
La Banque museum in Hyères hosts a Gustave Courbet exhibition until May 24. Over 120 works and historical documents are displayed.
A major exhibition is on display at La Banque, musée des Cultures et du Paysage in Hyères, until May 24.
Jean-Pierre Giran: "The prince's or the mayor's good pleasure does not exist"
The mayor of Hyères, Jean-Pierre Giran, delivered his New Year address on January 3. He addressed local issues and legal constraints while maintaining strict electoral neutrality.
Running for re-election, the mayor of Hyères presented his wishes, navigating carefully between electoral reserve and key projects for the municipality.
A festival to better understand the marine world
In November 2025, Hyères hosted the 10th Galathéa marine festival. The event highlighted Paul Watson and ocean conservation.
In November 2025 in Hyères, the 10th edition of the international Galathéa festival, dedicated to marine protection, knowledge, and commitment...
216 free parking spaces in the city center
A new free parking lot with 216 spaces has opened downtown. It is part of an urban renewal project.
The City recently opened a new city-center car park, marking a new stage in its major urban redevelopment project.
A beautiful tribute to the lost sailors of the sky
A ceremony paid tribute to the 1,600 fallen Naval Aeronautics sailors. The event took place in Hyères on November 18.
Since its creation, the Aéronautique navale of the Marine nationale has mourned 1,600 lost sailors of the sky who gave their lives in service.
With Véronique Bernardini, a breath of fresh air
Véronique Bernardini announced her candidacy for the 2026 municipal elections in Hyères. The former deputy mayor focuses on renewal.
Candidate for the 2026 municipal elections in Hyères, Véronique Bernardini focuses on proximity and renewal.
A modernized rehabilitation center at Hôpital Renée Sabran
Renée Sabran Hospital inaugurated its modernized rehabilitation center. The total investment exceeds 5 million euros.
After two years of work and a €5M+ investment, Hôpital Renée Sabran - Hospices Civils de Lyon - inaugurated its new rehabilitation facility on October 16.
Thomas Philip: 'My humanitarian missions have deeply impacted me'
Thomas Philip is a general practitioner in Hyères. He regularly participates in humanitarian missions abroad.
Based in Hyères since 2012, Thomas Philip, 44, married and father of a two-year-old child, is a general practitioner. A vocation he has always had.
The Université de Toulon, a Defense University
On September 9, Building E of the Toulon University IUT was inaugurated in La Garde. This 4,200 m² eco-friendly facility required an investment of 19 million euros.
On September 9, Renaud Muselier, President of the Région, inaugurated building E of the IUT GIM–GEII on the La Garde campus, with François de Canson...
In 2026, a new hospitality and catering vocational high school
The Region is investing 65 million euros to build a new high school in Hyères. The opening of this modern facility is planned for September 2026.
On September 2, for the start of the school year, Renaud Muselier, president of the Région, visited the site of the future vocational high school in Hyères.
Élie di Russo: 'Let us pay tribute to those who fought for freedom!'
On August 19, Hyères commemorated the 1944 liberation of Les Borrels. Élie di Russo paid tribute to the 1st DFL fighters and local resistance.
On August 19, on the 81st anniversary of the liberation of Les Borrels, Élie di Russo, honorary deputy of Hyères, recalled the sacrifices made...
Édith Audibert, President of the Rotary Club de Hyères
Édith Audibert is the new president of the Rotary Club of Hyères. She succeeded Ralph Biedermann on July 1st.
On July 1st, villa Magdala hosted the Rotary Club de Hyères for the handover of presidency between Ralph Biedermann, outgoing president, and Édith…
“La France is freedom of expression!”
Today as in the past, July 14th must make us question ourselves.
A historic step!
Région Sud and Transdev launched the ZOU ! train service between Marseille, Toulon, and Nice. It is the first regional rail line opened to competition in France.
On June 30, Renaud Muselier, President of the Région, and Thierry Mallet, CEO of Transdev, launched the new ZOU ! train service...
VCHPL crowns a historic season
VCHPL completed a historic season by winning the French Nationale 2 title. The Var club now aims for Ligue B within three years.
There are seasons that leave an everlasting mark on a club's memory.
An ambitious project to improve mobility
The A57 widening in Toulon was inaugurated on June 6. Funded by VINCI Autoroutes, the project finished 18 months early.
On June 6, Philippe Tabarot, Minister for Transport, Josée Massi, Mayor of Toulon, Jean-Pierre Giran, President of the Métropole, and Nicolas Notebaert...
A train every 15 minutes to cross the Toulon metropolitan area
A new rail shuttle will serve the Toulon area by 2030. Trains will run every 15 minutes between Ollioules, Toulon, and La Pauline.
On May 16, partners of the Ligne Nouvelle Provence Côte d’Azur (LNPCA) project presented the Toulon rail shuttle project in Toulon.